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SpaceX’s Terafab will rely on natural gas power plants, not Tesla solar panels

TechCrunch·August 7, 2026·1 min read
SpaceX’s Terafab will rely on natural gas power plants, not Tesla solar panels

SpaceX and Tesla are building a massive semiconductor fab in Texas that will rely on natural gas power plants, not Tesla solar panels. The decision marks a shift from renewable energy for the facility, highlighting the energy demands of semiconductor manufacturing. The fab's power source is a key detail in the ongoing expansion of both companies.

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